Added to Netflix on Saturday, Jun 8, 2024 Two young girls disappear into the woods the day their parents are killed. Years later, they’re rescued and taken in by their uncle and his girlfriend, only to find that someone or something still wants to tuck them in at night.
You can watch “Mama” on Netflix in Canada.
Length: 1h 40m
Genre: Horror, Supernatural Thriller
This Title is: Suspenseful, Creepy
Cast
Jessica Chastain, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Megan Charpentier, Isabelle Nélisse, Daniel Kash
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Intense sequences of horror and terror, thematic elements, violence, and some disturbing images
Trivia
- Guillermo del Toro served as the executive producer for the film.
- The film is based on a 2008 short film of the same name by director Andy Muschietti.
- Javier Botet, who played Mama, used a wire rig to create the character’s unnatural movements.
Trailer
Our Review
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Mama provides a mix of supernatural horror and emotional depth, driven by strong performances, particularly from Jessica Chastain. The film balances scares with a touching storyline, although some plot elements can be confusing. The visual effects are effectively eerie, making it a worthwhile watch for horror fans.
